ROD, STRAIGHT, HEADLESS

Solicitation SPE7L1-26-T-09Q6 is a Request for Quotations issued by the Department of Defense, specifically DLA Land and Maritime, for the procurement of 65 headless straight rods identified by NSN 5340-01-186-7668. The procurement falls under NAICS code 332510. The required delivery period is 168 days after the award, with an original required delivery date of February 27, 2027, and a need ship date of March 9, 2027. Delivery is to be made to the DLA Distribution DDSP New Cumberland facility in Pennsylvania. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination in accordance with FAR 52.246-1. The contract mandates strict adherence to MIL-STD-129 for marking and MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging. A critical environmental restriction prohibits the use of mercury or mercury compounds in preservation, packaging, and marking. All quotes must be submitted via the DIBBS portal by September 21, 2026. The procurement incorporates the Buy American Act and Berry Amendment, requiring disclosure of any non-domestic materials. Payment and receiving reports must be processed electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow system. Technical and quality requirements are governed by the DLA Master List, and the contract includes various federal and defense clauses regarding cybersecurity, sustainable products, and the prohibition of covered telecommunications equipment.